Month: 2024-09

香港, 2024年9月11日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) — 國泰君安國際控股有限公司（“國泰君安國際”、“公司”或“集團”，股份代號：1788.HK）宣佈，國際信用評級機構穆迪更新對國泰君安國際的信貸評級報告，並重申國泰君安國際的“Baa2”長期發行人信用評級，展望保持“穩定”。穆迪認為母公司國泰君安證券的支持和中國政府通過母公司提供的支持可抵消複雜的外部運營環境對國泰君安國際信用狀況造成的壓力。今年6月，國泰君安國際亦獲標普重申“BBB+”投資級評級（長期發行人），展望保持“穩定”。現階段公司獲得的信用評級繼續在香港中資證券公司中保持領先地位。詳細報告請聯繫穆迪獲取。 – 完 – Copyright 2024 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

- The Belt and Road Summit opens today as part of the celebrations for the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, with the theme Building a Connected, Innovative and Green Belt and Road- Two-day Summit gathers over 90 policymakers and business leaders from Belt and Road countries and regions- Day 1 Policy Dialogue themed Multilateral Cooperation for an Interconnected World featured ministerial-level officials from ASEAN and Central Asia, collectively exploring opportunities for multilateral cooperation- Keynote Luncheon featured Dilma Rousseff, President of New Development BankHONG KONG, Sept 11, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The ninth Belt and Road Summit, co-organised by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government (HKSAR) and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), opened today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.The theme is Building a Connected, Innovative and Green Belt and Road. As one of the celebrations for the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, the Summit brings together over 90 policymakers and business leaders from Belt and Road countries and regions. It centres on the eight major steps President Xi Jinping announced last year to support the high-quality development of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and explores cooperation opportunities for the next golden decade of the BRI.The Opening Session featured opening remarks by John Lee, Chief Executive of the HKSAR, and welcome remarks by Dr Peter K N Lam, Chairman of the HKTDC. Special addresses were delivered by Li Yongjie, Deputy China International Trade Representative of the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China; Gou Ping, Vice Chairman of the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China; and Xiao Weiming, Deputy Secretary-General of the National Development and Reform Commission of the People’s Republic of China. A keynote address was delivered by H.E. Nguyen Hoa Binh, Permanent Deputy Prime Minister of Vietnam.John Lee said during his opening remarks: “Green development is increasingly important in Belt and Road collaboration. Hong Kong contributes to the cause of sustainability by not only developing green tech, but also by leveraging our expertise in financial services and driving the development of green finance. Earlier this year, we launched the world's first multi-currency, tokenised green bond, part of our commitment to Hong Kong's rise as a green finance hub.”Dr Lam said: “Innovation and sustainability are key drivers of growth today. We will discuss how we can work more closely together to create a more innovative and greener Belt and Road. With its unique strengths and advantages, Hong Kong is ideally placed to foster collaboration. As the most international city in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and gateway to the vast Mainland China market, Hong Kong can facilitate many opportunities across Asia and beyond. ASEAN – our second-largest trading partner – will be a market highlight at this year’s Summit, following the recent mission we organised to Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam led by Hong Kong SAR Chief Executive John Lee.”In her remarks, Li Yongjie said: “Under the framework of The Mainland and Hong Kong Closer Economic Partnership Arrangement (CEPA), the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) supports Hong Kong to enhance its status as an international financial, shipping and trading centre, and to play the role of a hub and platform in the Belt and Road Initiative. The MOFCOM will support Hong Kong in signing free trade agreements and investment protection agreements with more countries and regions, and to join Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership as soon as possible. The MOFCOM will also support mainland and Hong Kong enterprises to strengthen information exchange, deepen cooperation on Belt and Road projects, enhance Hong Kong's participation in the Belt and Road Initiative, and strengthen Hong Kong's status as an international trade centre.”H.E. Nguyen Hoa Binh said during his speech: “The global economy is experiencing significant transformations in its structure and growth model, requiring both governments and the business community to collaborate in promoting initiatives on economic cooperation and integration that support peace, cooperation and development at regional and global levels. I am confident that with the commitment and sound policies of our governments, along with the support and active engagement of the business community and by embracing a spirit of equality, openness and mutual benefit while upholding international law, the Belt and Road Initiative will continue to flourish.”Deepening multilateral cooperation for a win-win futureFollowing the successful outcomes of Chief Executive John Lee's ASEAN visit in July, organised by the HKTDC, the Summit aims to further deepen relations between Hong Kong and ASEAN as well as other emerging markets along the Belt and Road.The Policy Dialogue, hosted by Algernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the HKSAR, focused on Multilateral Cooperation for an Interconnected World. Invited ministerial-level officials from ASEAN and Central Asia who explored opportunities for multilateral cooperation include: H.E. Lim Lork Piseth, Secretary of State, Ministry of Commerce, Cambodia; Rachmat Kaimuddin, Deputy Coordinating Minister, Maritime Affairs and Investment in Infrastructure and Transportation, Indonesia; Arman Kassenov, Vice-Minister of National Economy, the Republic of Kazakhstan.One highlight of the first day was the Business Plenary chaired by Professor KC Chan, Chairman of WeLab Bank. This session featured Ding Yanzhang, Chairman of Power Construction Corporation of China; Clara Chan, Chief Executive Officer of Lee Kee Group; Dato’ Seri Cheah Cheng Hye, Co-Chairman and Co-Chief Investment Officer of Value Partners Group; Shinta Widjaja Kamdani, Chief Executive Officer of Sintesa Group. They discussed Hong Kong's role in promoting multilateral business cooperation as well as strategies that global companies are adopting in response to the latest international situation. In the evening, a cocktail reception took place with welcoming and opening remarks from Dr Peter K N Lam, and Sun Yu, Vice Chairman and Chief Executive of Bank of China (HK) Limited. Algernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the Hong Kong SAR, also delivered special remarks.The Keynote Luncheon featured a welcome address by Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR Government, opening remarks by Chen Liang, Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chairman of the Management Committee of China International Capital Corporation Limited, and a keynote speech by Dilma Rousseff, President of New Development Bank.Comprehensive analyses of topical issues on the first day of the thematic breakout sessionAs the Belt and Road Initiative enters its next golden decade, there is increasing demand for efficient, one-stop legal and dispute resolution services. A thematic breakout session titled Building a Green, Sustainable and Innovative Silk Road through Hong Kong’s Legal and Dispute Resolution Services was co-hosted with the Department of Justice of the HKSAR. The session began with welcome remarks from Paul TK Lam, Secretary for Justice of the HKSAR Government, featuring business leaders from the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre and law firms. Another thematic breakout session on the first day was co-hosted with the Insurance Authority, titled Role of Captive Insurance in Supporting Belt and Road Initiative.Additionally, the Summit co-hosted the Mainland-Hong Kong Trade In Services Symposium with the Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China (MOFCOM). This symposium analysed the latest developments across various sectors, driving service innovation along the Belt and Road, with representatives from leading companies in telecommunications, AI and professional services. The Symposium also features a pavilion brought by MOFCOM, which brings together exhibitors in the fields of green technology, business services and cultural trade to showcase China's achievements in trade in services to global buyers, and to build a platform for collaboratively exploring the international market.Debut Green Chapter highlights Hong Kong's green advantagesThis year’s Summit introduces a new Green Chapter, featuring a series of thematic breakout sessions related to green construction, innovation and finance, allowing participants to explore ways of developing green businesses leveraging Hong Kong as a platform.The Charting Green Development for a Connected World session discussed strategies for optimising green infrastructure development. It was co-hosted by the China International Contractors Association. The speakers at this session were: Chen Zhong, Vice General Manager of China Communications Construction Group Limited; Harry Lai, Executive Director of Hong Kong Green Building Council; Wu Yun, Deputy General Manager of China Energy Engineering Group Co., Ltd; Rex Wong, CEO of Kam Shing Group; and Mi Zhihui, Vice President of Shanghai Municipal Engineering Design Institute (Group) Co., Ltd.Second Business Plenary to explore opportunities in the Middle EastTomorrow's Business Plenary will be chaired by Ronnie C. Chan, Honorary Chair of Hang Lung Properties Limited. The business plenary, which will explore opportunities in the Middle East and other Belt and Road markets, will feature: Mohamed Abduljabbar Alkoheji, Second Vice-Chairman of the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry; Bonnie Y Chan, Chief Executive Officer of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited; Peter Fekete, Group CEO of 4iG from Hungary; Eric Ip, Group Managing Director of Hutchison Port Holdings Limited from Hong Kong; Iqbal Khan, Chief Executive Officer of Fajr Capital from UAE; and Bui Kim Thuy, Deputy CEO of VinFast from Vietnam.Two new thematic breakout sessions will also take place tomorrow – Multi-dimensional Connectivity under the Belt and Road Initiative and People-to-people Exchanges through Business and Cultural Collaboration – discussing progress in transport connectivity and ways in which economic and cultural exchanges can enhance mutual understanding. The Green Chapter will also have two sessions tomorrow on Smart and Green Silk Road and Developing Viable Sustainable Infrastructure Projects. Two sessions from the Finance Chapter will discuss how businesses can seize financial services opportunities in the Belt and Road via Hong Kong to expand in ASEAN and the Middle East and the impact of financial innovation and technology on BRI development. A Youth Chapter session brings together young business leaders to talk about the ways in which youth can harness opportunities presented by the BRI.19 MoUs signed on Day 119 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) signed on the first day of the Summit. Signatories of the 4 G2G MoUs and 15 B2B MoUs comprised government and businesses from the Middle East and ASEAN, including the United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, Malaysia and Vietnam as well as Australia. Areas covered include infrastructure, energy and sustainable development. This year’s Summit continues to offer investment and business matching services, including one-to-one project matching meetings and project investment sessions. The business matching service provides a full range of options, in both physical form on 11-12 September and online on 16-17 September, with more than 280 investment projects expected to be matched and more than 800 one-to-one project matching meetings taking place.The Summit continues to feature an exhibition area showcasing more than 100 exhibitors across three distinct zones: the Hong Kong Zone, Global Investment Zone and InnoTech Zone. The Hong Kong Zone highlights the services and business advantages of Hong Kong service providers. The Global Investment Zone presents large-scale investment projects, cultural and technological developments as well as global investment opportunities. The InnoTech Zone showcases cutting-edge innovations, AI, digital technologies and solutions from around the world.The Strategic Partner for the 9th Belt and Road Summit is Bank of China International Capital Corporation Ltd. The Banking Partner is Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited. The Global Connectivity Partner is the Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited. The New Economy Partner is Standard Chartered. The Diamond Sponsor is Huatai International Financial Holdings Company, while China Mobile International Limited, China National Petroleum Corporation, China Telecom Global and China Unicom Global Limited are Platinum Sponsors.The 9th Belt and Road SummitDate11-12 September 2024VenueHall 5B-E, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition CentreWebsitesBelt and Road Summit: https://www.beltandroadSummit.hk/conference/bnr/enProgramme:https://www.beltandroadsummit.com/conference/bnr/en/programmeSpeaker list: https://www.beltandroadsummit.com/conference/bnr/en/speakerPhoto download: https://bit.ly/4dhRGVbThe ninth Belt and Road Summit, co-organised by the Hong Kong SAR Government and the HKTDC, opened today under the theme Building a Connected, Innovative and Green Belt and Road. The event gathered more than 90 key officials and business leaders from countries and regions along the Belt and Road to explore the latest BRI cooperation opportunitiesJohn Lee, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong SAR, delivered the opening remarks during the Opening SessionDr Peter K N Lam, Chairman of the HKTDC, delivered welcome remarks during the Opening SessionLi Yongjie, Deputy China International Trade Representative of the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China, gave a special addressGou Ping, Vice Chairman of the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China, gave a special addressXiao Weiming, Deputy Secretary-General of the National Development and Reform Commission, the People’s Republic of China, gave a special addressH.E. Nguyen Hoa Binh, Permanent Deputy Prime Minister, Vietnam, delivered a keynote addressOn the first day of the Summit, more than a dozen companies signed multiple Memoranda of UnderstandingThe Policy Dialogue, hosted by Algernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the Hong Kong SAR, focused on Multilateral Cooperation for an Interconnected World, inviting ministerial-level officials from ASEAN and Central Asia, to explore opportunities for multilateral cooperationThe first day’s Business Plenary, Capturing Belt and Road Business Opportunities, analysed the latest prospects of ASEANThe Keynote Luncheon featured a welcome address by Paul Chan Mo-po, Financial Secretary of the Hong Kong SAR, opening remarks by Chen Liang, Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chairman of the Management Committee of China International Capital Corporation Limited, and a keynote speech by Dilma Rousseff, President of New Development BankMedia enquiriesYuan Tung Financial Relations:Anson WongTel: (852) 3428 3413Email: awong@yuantung.com.hkLouise SongTel: (852) 3428 5691Email: lsong@yuantung.com.hkHKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Clayton LauwTel: (852) 2584 4472Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.orgAgnes WatTel: (852) 2584 4554Email: agnes.ky.wat@hktdc.orgHKTDC Media Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.comAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong’s trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Sept 11, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Guotai Junan International Holdings Limited (“Guotai Junan International”, the “Company” or “GTJAI”, stock code: 1788.HK) announced that Moody's, an international credit rating agency, updated the company’s credit rating report and reaffirmed its “Baa2” long-term issuer credit rating with a “stable” outlook. Moody's believes that the support from the parent company Guotai Junan Securities and the support provided by the Chinese government through the parent company can offset the pressure on GTJAI's credit profile stemming from a complex external operating environment. In June 2024, GTJAI also received a reaffirmed "BBB+" investment grade rating (long-term issuer) from S&P with a "stable" outlook. At present, the Company's credit ratings continue to maintain a leading position among Hong Kong-based Chinese securities firms. For the detailed report, please contact Moody's. – End – Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

香港, 2024年9月11日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) — 君聖泰醫藥（股票代碼: 2511.HK），一家專注于開發多功能創新療法以解决慢性肝病和代謝性疾病未滿足臨床需求的醫藥公司，在第60届歐洲糖尿病研究協會（EASD）年會上發布兩項研究成果，展示熊去氧膽小檗碱（HTD1801）作爲對靶向腸-肝系統的抗炎及代謝調節劑，在2型糖尿病（T2DM）患者中完成的二項臨床2期試驗的事後分析結果。君聖泰首席開發官Leigh MacConell博士表示：“這些數據進一步揭示了：HTD1801作爲一種創新多功能治療藥物，具有爲T2DM患者帶來獲益的潜力。正在進行的兩項3期臨床研究（NCT06350890, NCT06415773）已于2024年第二季度完成入組，將評估HTD1801單藥或與二甲雙胍聯合使用在T2DM患者中的療效與安全性。我們對研究結果充滿期待，幷預期于2025年對其公布。”“熊去氧膽小檗碱（HTD1801）在中國和西方T2DM患者中的療效對比”（報告編號711，口頭報告，9月11日，12:45 PM CEST）摘要：T2DM和代謝相關脂肪性肝炎（MASH）密切相關，互相增加對方不良結局的風險。T2DM合幷MASH患者面臨較高的MASH組織學進展、心血管事件、肝臟惡性結局和全因死亡的風險。本次分析的目的是比較HTD1801在中國和西方T2DM患者中（無論是否合幷MASH）的療效。結果顯示，儘管在人種上有所不同，但在使用HTD1801治療後，兩組患者在血糖、心血管代謝和肝臟獲益方面均有顯著改善。不論患者的基礎疾病如何，在中、西方患者中都觀察到了HTD1801可針對T2DM和MASH的核心問題帶來綜合獲益。“熊去氧膽小檗碱（HTD1801）爲伴有嚴重胰島素抵抗的代謝病患者提供獨特治療方案”（報告編號708，口頭報告，9月11日，12:45 PM CEST）摘要：胰島素抵抗是T2DM、肥胖和MASH的顯著風險因素。HTD1801可通過激活AMP-激活蛋白激酶（AMPK）來增强對葡萄糖和脂肪的利用率，從而改善胰島素敏感性。考慮到HTD1801正在作爲T2DM和MASH的治療藥物進行開發，本次分析的目標是基于胰島素抵抗程度來評估HTD1801的療效。結果顯示，HTD1801可以緩解高胰島素血症引起的代謝抑制作用，尤其是在胰島素抵抗較爲嚴重的患者中，能帶來更顯著的肝臟和代謝獲益，爲T2DM和MASH患者提供了獨特的治療方法。關于君聖泰醫藥君聖泰醫藥（HighTide Therapeutics, Inc.）是一家全球一體化的新型生物技術公司，專注于慢性肝病和代謝性疾病等領域的重大未滿足臨床需求。公司立足源頭創新，以患者的綜合臨床獲益和整體健康改善爲目標，開發First-in-Class、多功能、多適應症的原創新藥。基于自主知識産權，公司已構建豐富産品管綫，在全球推進多項中、後期臨床試驗，開發代謝异常性脂肪性肝炎（MASH）、2型糖尿病（T2DM）、嚴重高甘油三酯血症（SHTG）、原發性硬化性膽管炎（PSC）等適應症。作爲同類首創的多靶點新分子實體，小檗碱熊去氧膽酸鹽（HTD1801）被美國FDA授予2項“快速通道資格認定”、1項“孤兒藥資格認定”，幷獲得國家“十三五•重大新藥創制”科技重大專項支持。 Copyright 2024 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Sept 10, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - CENTRESTAGE, the Asian fashion extravaganza organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and sponsored by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government's Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA)*, concluded successfully on 7 September. The highlight of the closing evening was the grand finale of the Hong Kong Young Fashion Designers' Contest 2024 (YDC), where the creativity and design flair of 10 local fashion designers shone through. With their diverse and eye-catching collections, the young designers showed talent that moved beyond traditional boundaries, embodying this year's YDC theme, "To Be Seen", and highlighting the limitless potential of Hong Kong's fashion scene. The event delivered a standout fashion show for the audience, with celebrities such as Panther Chan, Kaho Hung, Moon Tang, Zelos Wong, 903DJ Leung Man Lai, Madboii, Ah Gi and Dixon Wong giving their support to the finalists.After careful deliberation, the panel of professional judges selected four winners from the 10 shortlisted entries, with Tiger Chung emerging as Champion, securing the top prize of a cash prize of HK$60,000; an overseas study trip sponsored by Fang Brothers Knitting Ltd.; and a HK$5,000 CASETiFY e-Gift Card and capsule collection for sale online and at CASETiFY STUDiO Hong Kong stores. Winner of the Excellence Award was K Ng, while Yoyo Chan took two honours including the “My Favourite Collection” Award that was decided by public voting.The full list of winners for YDC 2024 is as follows:Champion: Tiger Chung; Design: RagerExcellence Award: K Ng; Design: Remnants of LightBest Art Direction Award: Yoyo Chan; Design: Trouble XMy Favourite Collection Award: Yoyo Chan; Design: Trouble XReceiving the Champion prize, Tiger Chung, designer of the winning collection titled “Rager”, said: "I felt calm upon learning about the award, but just now, witnessing the models wearing my award-winning designs for the first time, I felt excited beyond measure!" Tiger re-entered the competition as a proud advocate for subculture. He has been continuously exploring how to present the unique design ethos of young-generation designers and his collection exudes the energy and vitality experienced at a music festival.Judges impressed by quality of entries, share insights and experiencesThis year's YDC featured a heavyweight judging panel comprising seasoned fashion industry and media representatives, including Chief Judge Katherine Fang, Chairlady of the HKTDC Garment Advisory Committee; VIP Judge Masayuki Ino, founder and designer of the Japanese fashion brand doublet; and Overseas Judge Bohan Qiu, Founder and Director of fashion PR consulting firm BOH Project. Other esteemed judges included Jonathan Lee, Co-founder of The Molecule; iemi Chu, Associate Publisher of Vogue Hong Kong; Tracey Cheng, Vice President of Womenswear Merchandising at I.T; and Victoria Tang-Owen, Founder & Creative Director of Thirty30 Creative and Victoria Tang Studio and Director of Arts, Culture & Heritage for Shanghai Tang.Reflecting on the quality of entries in this year’s YDC and the achievements of the winners, VIP Judge Masayuki Ino said: "All the works presented by the designers are fantastic. I had already seen all the entries before the final, but being able to witness them again on the runway gave me a different perspective. I am excited to see all 10 fashion designers from the next generation at YDC."Panther Chan lights up MINI x Johnson Chong/Kinyan Lam collaboration seriesFor the eighth consecutive year, MINI HK was the major sponsor of the YDC. This year, the brand collaborated with two YDC Alumni designers, Johnson Chong (YAMA GUEST) and Kinyan Lam (Kinyan Lam), to present a fashion collection inspired by its latest car models – the MINI Cooper and MINI Aceman – with designs reflecting the spirit of urban outdoor travellers and adventurers, being both minimalistic and functional. Singer Panther Chan joined forces will the collaborators, performing as the collection was presented and helping to showcase MINI's new-generation design aesthetics and sustainable concepts.Photo download: https://bit.ly/4ebPwqQPictured from left to right are: Jonathan Lee, Co-founder of The Molecule; iemi Chu, Associate Publisher of Vogue Hong Kong; VIP Judge Masayuki Ino, founder and designer of doublet; Chief Judge Katherine Fang, Chairlady of the HKTDC Garment Advisory Committee; Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of HKTDC; Victoria Tang-Owen, Director of Arts of Culture & Heritage for Shanghai Tang; Tracey Cheng, Vice President of Womenswear Merchandising at I.T; and Bohan Qiu, Founder and Director of BOH Project. The Hong Kong Young Fashion Designers' Contest 2024 (YDC) concluded successfully on 7 September. After careful deliberation, the panel of professional judges selected four winners from the 10 shortlisted entries, with Tiger Chung (third from the right) emerging as Champion. Winner of the Excellence Award was K Ng (fourth from the left), while Yoyo Chan (fifth from the left) took two honours including the “My Favourite Collection” Award that was decided by public voting.ChampionDesigner: Tiger ChungDesign: “Rager”The design: “Rage evolves from the moshing culture of hardcore punk, where the crowd reaches euphoria as an uncontrollable transcendence of state. What I aspire to explore through design is the unique style and trends of the new generation of designers.”In his collection “Rager”, Tiger takes inspiration from Japanese anime series Dragon Ball and the character Son Goku, who transforms into a giant ape when angry, and the werewolf in Michael Jackson’s Thriller, who dances with zombies under a full moon. He also pays tribute to the rock singer Marilyn Manson’s style, mixing the structure of an evening dress with dungarees to combine the elegance of actress Marilyn Monroe with a darkerinspiration. Tailored to the violent nature of rage, Tiger’s four designs feature impact-resistant pads and abrasion-resistant materials for protection.Prizes: (1) A cash prize of HK$60,000; (2) An overseas study trip sponsored by Fang Brothers Knitting Ltd; (3) HK$5,000 CASETiFY e-Gift Card and capsule collection for sale online and at CASETiFY STUDiO Hong Kong storesExcellence AwardDesigner: K NgDesign: “Remnants of Light”The design: “The designs initially appear to be glittering and elegant, but underneath the glamour he seeks to represent the darker side of the human condition and the fragility of the human mind.”In his competing series “Remnants of Light,” K creates scenarios with details on fabric: the embroidery on the coat looks like fireworks, but actually symbolises the explosions of war. The piece is a luxurious floor-length coat, but as the wearer grips the straps and wraps themselves tightly underneath, they resemble a refugee. Prizes: (1) A cash prize of HK$40,000; (2) An overseas study trip sponsored by MINI HK; (3) HK$3,000 CASETiFY e-Gift Card and capsule collection for sale online and at CASETiFY STUDiO Hong Kong storesBest Art Direction Award and My Favourite Collection AwardDesigner: Yoyo ChanDesign: “Trouble X”The design: “At the age of two, we enter our first rebellious stage in life, and then are institutionalised. In a daze, we find ourselves marching to the beat of mainstream social expectations. Rebellion is always looming; once provoked, it erupts instantly.” Fashion designer Yoyo Chan is bored by the ordinary and wants to shatter expectations. Her “Trouble X” series breaks the stereotypical association of school uniforms by deconstructing the style, adding playful elements, and subverting expectations in the details. Highly saturated reds are interspersed with warm yellows, presenting a hot-blooded attitude and independent personality. As she frees the clothing from the rigidity of occasions, fashion design becomes an advocate for ageless rebellion.Prizes for the “Best Art Direction” Award: (1) A cash prize of HK$30,000 sponsored by Vogue Hong Kong; (2) HK$2,000 CASETiFY e-Gift Card and capsule collection for sale online and at CASETiFY STUDiO Hong Kong storesPrizes for the “My Favourite Collection” Award: (1) HK$20,000 Lee Gardens Area e-Gift Certificates sponsored by Hysan Development; (2) HK$2,000 CASETiFY e-Gift Card and capsule collection for sale online and at CASETiFY STUDiO Hong Kong stores Panther Chan(wearing Kinyan Lam; shoes by Pedro)Kaho Hung(wearing REDEMPTIVE; shoes by Pedro)Moon Tang(wearing röyksopp gakkai)from left to rightMoon Tang, Kaho Hung, Panther Chan(wearing röyksopp gakkai, REDEMPTIVE, Kinyan Lam)Dixon Wong(wearing MURFI LAU)Ah Gi(wearing FromClothingOf)Madboii(wearing WEAVIPEDIA)903DJ Leung Man Lai(wearing YAMA GUEST)from left to rightMadboii, Zelos, Ah Gi, Dixon(wearing MURFI LAU, MARCCH, FromClothingOf, WEAVIPEDIA)MINI x Johnson Chong/Kinyan Lam collaboration seriesFor the eighth consecutive year, MINI HK was the major sponsor of the YDC. This year, the brand collaborated with two YDC Alumni designers, Johnson Chong (YAMA GUEST) and Kinyan Lam (Kinyan Lam), to present a fashion collection inspired by its latest car models.MINI x Johnson Chong (YAMA GUEST)YAMA GUEST has collaborated with MINI Cooper, taking inspiration from its 2024 MINI Aceman model. The theme of the collaboration is “Urban Outdoor Traveler”, where a single garment can seamlessly transition between the city and nature, embodying MINI’s new design philosophy of “Simplicity, Purity”. The result is a collection that embodies urban fashion while meeting the demands of outdoor exploration and incorporating the design concepts of YAMA GUEST and the MINI Aceman. The apparel features wear-resistant, water-repellent and breathable materials, as well as adjustable details like the hood, front panel, and waistband for added functionality.MINI x Kinyan Lam (Kinyan Lam)For its collaboration with MINI Cooper, Kinyan Lam sought to capture the spirit of “Possibility”, “Adventurous”, and “Fashion” embodied by MINI drivers. To express their unique personalities, they want to customise their cars with different patterns. Lam took inspiration from a vintage MINI campaign featuring Mary Quant’s striped seat upholstery design, applying the iconic pattern, the classic stripe, as the central design motif for the collection. To achieve this design element, Lam incorporated his signature natural dyes with plants from India and indigo from Guizhou and employed a tie-dye technique to create the stripe patterns.FASHIONALLY COLLECTIONSFASHIONALLY.COM works to promote Hong Kong fashion and designers. This season it is featuring the latest collections from 11 local brands including: Charlotte Ng Studio, FromClothingOf, IP-Axis Studio, Lapeewee, WHY, YAMA GUEST, MURFI LAU, MARCCH, DEMO, SZMAN and Kinyan Lam. For more details, please visit https://www.fashionally.com/en/collection/page/23FASHIONALLY COLLECTION #23(from left to right)IP-Axis Studio / Theme: “Dune”Charlotte Ng Studio / Theme: “That is what feeling sound like”FromClothingOf / Theme: “You Are You”Lapeewee / Theme: “New Woman”WHY / Theme: “NOMAD” FASHIONALLY PRESENTATION I: YAMA GUESTTheme: Holidays in the SunThe collection draws inspiration from the mountains blended with tropical vibes to create a series of personalised styles for nature enthusiasts, perfect for wandering through jungles or strolling along beaches. FASHIONALLY Presentation II: MURFI LAUTheme: FORGE{T}For the brand's inaugural collection, MURFI LAU endeavours to express bravery and self-defence through fashion design, showcasing a unique temperament. The theme "FORGE{T}" signifies her dedication to fashion design. Inspiration for the collection is drawn from medieval armour, heavy motorcycle gear and spacesuits, representing different aspects of the human spirit of adventure. Ms Lau aims to demonstrate the dual characteristics of protective gear and fashion, showcasing a spirit that remains true to itself in challenging times. FASHIONALLY Presentation III: MARCCHTheme: AmbiguousThe brand's Spring/Summer 2025 collection is themed "Ambiguous", drawing design inspiration from the work "Ambiguous Documents" by Polish artist Ania Wawrzkowicz. The collection emphasises texture treatment, with designers using techniques such as collage, layering and cutouts to create different images, attempting to deconstruct the physicality within the garments.WebsitesCENTRESTAGE: https://centrestage.hktdc.com/home/enHong Kong Young Fashion Designers’ Contest (YDC): https://www.fashionally.com/en/Media enquiriesBest Crew Public Relations & Marketing:Diana Tang Tel: (852) 9199 6723 Email: diana.tang@bestcrewpr.comReni Kwok Tel: (852) 6291 4283 Email: reni.kwok@bestcrewpr.comHKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Snowy Chan Tel: (852) 2584 4525 Email: snowy.sn.chan@hktdc.orgAbout YDCThe YDC aims to promote a new generation of local design talent, while creating opportunities to showcase their collections in front of global and local industry professionals at CENTRESTAGE. Organised by the HKTDC, the contest is considered one of the most prestigious events of its kind in the region, with a successful track record of past contestants becoming leading designers for fashion enterprises or establishing their own labels. To further promote the international visibility of local Hong Kong designers, in 2012 the HKTDC launched FASHIONALLY.com, an online platform that showcases the work of local labels and talents and links them with global industry insiders and opportunities.About HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences, and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on X and LinkedIn.About Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA)Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) (formerly known as Create Hong Kong or CreateHK) is a dedicated office set up by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region in June 2009 to spearhead the development of creative industries in Hong Kong. From 1 July 2022 onwards, it is under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau. Its strategic foci are nurturing talent and facilitating start-ups, exploring markets, and promoting Hong Kong as Asia’s creative capital and fostering a creative atmosphere in the community.*Disclaimer: The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region provides funding support to the project only, and does not otherwise take part in the project. Any opinions, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in these materials/events (or by members of the project team) are those of the project organisers only and do not reflect the views of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau, Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency, the CreateSmart Initiative Secretariat or the CreateSmart Initiative Vetting Committee. Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

HONG KONG, Sept 11, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - HighTide Therapeutics, Inc. (2511.HK), a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of multifunctional multi-targeted therapies for chronic liver and metabolic diseases, presents at the 60th European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) Annual Meeting, taking place from September 10-13, 2024 in Madrid, Spain. The presentations include post-hoc analyses of two Phase 2 clinical studies of berberine ursodeoxycholate (HTD1801), a gut-liver anti-inflammatory metabolic modulator, in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).“These data provide additional insight on the potential benefits of HTD1801, a novel, multifunctional therapy being developed for the treatment of patients with T2DM. The two ongoing Phase 3 studies (NCT06350890, NCT06415773), fully enrolled in 2Q 2024, evaluate the efficacy and safety of HTD1801 in T2DM patients (as monotherapy or in combination with metformin). We look forward to the results of these Phase 3 studies which we expect to announce in 2025,” said Dr. Leigh MacConell, Chief Development Officer of HighTide.“Efficacy of Berberine Ursodeoxycholate (HTD1801) in Chinese and Western Patients with T2DM”(Presentation 711, Oral Presentation, September 11, 12:45 PM CEST)About the Abstract: T2DM and MASH are highly interrelated, the presence of each increasing risk of outcomes. Patients with both T2DM and MASH are at higher risk of histologic progression in MASH, cardiovascular outcomes, hepatic outcomes, and all-cause mortality. The purpose of this analysis was to compare the effects of HTD1801 in Chinese and Western patients with T2DM with or without MASH. These data demonstrate that while the two populations are ethnically distinct with related but different diseases, treatment with HTD1801 was associated with improvements in key measures of glycemic, cardiometabolic, and hepatic benefit in both populations. HTD1801 offers holistic benefits that are observed in both Chinese and Western patients, irrespective of underlying disease, that address core aspects of both T2DM and MASH.“Berberine Ursodeoxycholate (HTD1801) Provides a Unique Therapeutic Approach for Patients with Metabolic Diseases and Severe Insulin Resistance”(Presentation 708, Oral Presentation, September 11, 12:45 PM CEST)About the Abstract: Insulin resistance is a significant risk factor for T2DM, obesity and MASH. HTD1801 enhances the utilization of glucose and fats through activation of AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK), thereby improving insulin sensitivity. As HTD1801 is under development as a treatment for patients with T2DM, as well as MASH, we analyzed the effects of HTD1801 response based on degree of insulin resistance. These data demonstrate that HTD1801 can alleviate the metabolic inhibitory effects caused by hyperinsulinemia, leading to even greater hepatic and metabolic benefits in patients with more severe insulin resistance, offering a unique therapeutic approach for individuals with T2DM and/or MASH.About HighTide TherapeuticsHighTide Therapeutics, Inc. (2511.HK) is a globally integrated biopharmaceutical company focusing on the discovery and development of first-in-class multifunctional multi-targeted therapies with chronic liver and metabolic diseases with significant unmet medical needs. The company is developing multiple clinical assets, including therapy for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), type 2 diabetes (T2DM), severe hypertriglyceridemia (SHTG), primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC). Berberine ursodeoxycholate (HTD1801), the company’s lead drug candidate, received Fast Track designation from the U.S. FDA for both NASH and PSC, as well as Orphan Drug designation for PSC. In China, HTD1801 has been included in the National Major New Drug Innovation Program under the 13th Five-Year Plan for Major Technology Project.For more information, please visit www.hightidetx.comContact: pr@hightidetx.com Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

- Deepanshu Madan, an Indian national with experience across India and Southeast Asia, becomes the latest partner at Asia’s leading secondary private equity firm- TR’s India business continues to expand and to capture growing opportunities as one of the first-movers in this spaceSingapore and Mumbai, Sept 11, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TR Capital, the leading Asian secondary private equity firm, is pleased to announce that Deepanshu Madan has been made the firm’s fourth Partner, marking an important milestone in the firm’s strategic growth.Deepanshu joined TR Capital seven years ago as a Director, and has since played a pivotal role in the development of the firm’s retail and healthcare portfolio across Asia. In November 2023, he was appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of one of the firm’s portfolio companies, Pharmacity, in Vietnam. At Pharmacity, he is implementing a thorough redesign of the business model to return it to sustainable profitability.Paul Robine, Founder and CEO of TR Capital, said, “I am thrilled to welcome Deepanshu as our fourth Partner. His exemplary track record over the past seven years, including his exceptional contributions at Pharmacity, underscores the effectiveness of TR’s active investment approach.”Deepanshu Madan, Partner at TR Capital, said, “I am pleased to be appointed as a Partner at TR Capital and to contribute to the strong investment and ownership culture at the firm. We will continue to push boundaries in developing and supporting our portfolio companies whilst delivering on our active investment approach.”This new addition to TR Capital’s senior leadership team is a strategic move to bolster the firm’s expansion in key markets, particularly in India. Recent initiatives, including leading the innovative Samara Capital continuation fund and the Fibe secondary direct deal, highlight TR's commitment to advancing its market presence.In accordance with its growth strategy, TR Capital has recently realigned its local teams at the Director and VP levels to ensure it remains attuned to the dynamics of each local market.Mr. Robine further commented, “The global secondary market landscape is evolving rapidly, particularly in India, where smaller secondary funds are surfacing alongside established players like TR Capital, creating an increasingly dynamic industry. As a pioneer in this sector, we take great pride in our innovative contributions to the Indian market and look forward to continued success in the future.”About TR CapitalTR Capital is a leading secondary private equity investor in the Asia-Pacific region, providing liquidity solutions to owners of private equity assets through single asset and portfolio transactions. The firm makes significant investments in innovative leaders in the Technology, Next-Generation Consumer and Healthcare sectors across Asia. TR Capital is an active investor and shareholder and works with its portfolio companies to optimize their business models and capital structures. TR Capital currently manages funds with aggregate capital commitments of close to US$1.5 billion. The firm’s sophisticated investor base includes sovereign funds, pension funds, asset management firms, entrepreneurs, and family offices.For more information, please contact:Artemis AssociatesDiana Footitt, CEOdiana.footitt@artemisassociates.com+852 9183 0667Dan Bradley, Managing Directordan.bradley@artemisassociates.com+852 6145 7455Bowen Chui, Directorbowen.chui@artemisassociates.com+852 9783 0643 Copyright 2024 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

香港, 2024年9月10日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) — 以「協同創新‧逐夢灣區」為主題的「天下為公‧中華情」——2024粵港澳台青年企業家交流會今日在香港開幕。全國政協副主席梁振英先生、香港特別行政區行政長官李家超先生、廣東省政協黨組書記、主席林克慶先生、全國政協港澳台僑委員會副主任王榮先生、中共中央台辦、國務院台辦副主任潘賢掌先生、中國國民黨副主席連勝文先生、孫中山基金會理事長湯炳權先生、香港廣東外商公會主席戴德豐先生等出席開幕式並致辭。其他出席嘉賓包括中央人民政府駐香港特別行政區聯絡辦公室主任鄭雁雄先生、外交部駐香港特別行政區特派員公署特派員崔建春先生、廣東省政協副主席鄧海光先生、香港特別行政區政府政制及內地事務局局長曾國衞先生、香港特別行政區民政及青年事務局局長麥美娟女士、廣東省政協秘書長陳文明先生、台灣海峽兩岸經貿文化交流協會副會長朱炳昱先生、澳門青年企業家協會會長李居仁先生、全國台灣同胞投資企業聯誼會榮譽會長郭山輝先生、香港廣東各級政協委員聯誼會首席會長霍啟山先生、香港廣東青年總會發起人兼常務副主席郭基煇先生、香港廣東外商公會常務副主席、香港廣東各級政協委員聯誼會副會長廖伊曼女士等。全國政協副主席梁振英先生在致辭中介紹了最近一段時間香港與內地密切合作的情況，指出了香港在粵港澳大灣區高質量發展中的優勢，並強調發揮香港的國際金融、航運、貿易的中心作用，用好香港的人才、語文、法律、制度、稅務、金融、國際市場、資訊國際推廣等各方面的優勢。香港在粵港澳大灣區發展進程當中，所扮演的角色將十分輝煌。他希望，將來再有機會和兩岸四地的青年企業家交流，尤其希望我們的青年朋友，不負韶華，掌握好民族復興的偉大機遇，共創美好明天。香港特別行政區行政長官李家超先生在致辭中表示：「今天的峰會為海峽兩岸和香港、澳門的優秀青年企業家搭建了重要的合作交流平台，讓青年互學互鑒，促進民心相通，意義重大。香港特區政府一直積極推動青年在大灣區的廣闊舞台創新創業，鼓勵他們追逐夢想，一展抱負。珠三角地區是台灣企業最早拓展內地業務的重要陣地，不少台商早已融入區內的產業鏈。希望海峽兩岸的青年企業家抓住粵港澳大灣區聯動實現高質量發展的機遇，砥礪奮進，大膽創新，實現事業新飛躍。」廣東省政協黨組書記、主席林克慶先生對交流會的成功舉辦表示熱烈祝賀。他指出，今年是《粵港澳大灣區發展規劃綱要》實施5周年。5年來，在中央的堅強領導下，粵港澳三地協同創新、優勢互補，大灣區迸發出強大創造力，展現出建成世界一流灣區的廣闊前景。中共二十屆三中全會對進一步全面深化改革做出系統部署，發展利好紛至沓來，為推動香港、澳門更好融入國家發展大局帶來新的重大機遇，為擴大兩岸合作交流、深化兩岸融合發展注入新的強大動力。當前，廣東正深入學習貫徹中共二十屆三中全會精神和習近平總書記視察廣東重要講話、重要指示精神，把大灣區建設作為深化改革開放的大機遇、大文章抓緊做實，攜手港澳打造高質量發展動力源。希望港粵澳台四地青年企業家積極把握國家發展新的重大機遇，更好融入新一輪改革開放大潮，攜手同心，團結奮鬥，共同書寫逐夢灣區、成就事業的青春篇章，共創祖國統一美好未來，共用民族復興偉大榮光。全國政協委員、港澳台橋委員會副主任王榮先生致辭時指，近年來粵港澳協同創新不斷深化，科技創新推動產業創新，催生新產業、新模式、新動能，發展新質生產力，大灣區成為不斷崛起的全球創新增長極。同時，大灣區的創新發展，也吸引着台灣企業家積極投入，通過參與大灣區建設，融入國家新一輪改革開放大潮，融入中國式現代化進程，為海峽兩岸的融合發展帶來了新的契機。中國國民黨副主席連勝文先生在致辭中強調了大灣區的無窮潛力及魅力。他認為，大灣區人才聚集，不僅限於金融、貿易、觀光、科技或工業等各領域，還包括兩岸三地的諸多人才。更重要的是，許多年輕企業家懷揣夢想，在大灣區從無到有，投入創新創業行業，並成就了一批批優秀的企業。孫中山基金會理事長湯炳權先生在致辭中表示：「如今的大灣區商機無限、前景廣闊。希望通過本屆青年企業家峰會，展示大灣區建設的新動態、新機遇、資訊網，增強粵港澳台青年企業家匯聚灣區、創新發展的信心。同時，也企盼促進更多創新型企業及企業家融入及投資灣區，共同打造國際一流灣區。」香港廣東外商公會主席、香港廣東各級政協委員聯誼會創會首席會長戴德豐先生表示：「今年峰會主題為『協同創新‧逐夢灣區』，與三中全會精神切合，亦與大灣區建設緊密相聯。粵港澳大灣區是習近平總書記親自謀劃、親自部署、親自推動的重大國家戰略，在全國新發展格局中具有重要戰略地位。希望青年企業家能夠把握此次交流會的平台，深化互相合作，充分發揮自身優勢，為國家高質量發展作出更大的貢獻。」澳門青年企業家協會會長李居仁先生表示，對於四地青年企業家而言，立足灣區，融入國家強國建設、民族復興大局，不僅是一份責任，也是難得的機遇。他表達期望能與各地青年企業家互相學習、互相啟發，發揮各自優勢，互補長短。通過創新合作，推動大灣區城市群的深度融合，共同描繪區域發展的宏偉藍圖。台灣海峽兩岸經貿文化交流協會秘書長鄧岱賢先生認為，經貿與文化是連結兩岸的重要紐帶，兩岸產業鏈分工合作，經濟全方位融合發展，是最符合兩岸四地企業與人民的共同利益。他表示，希望粵港澳台四地的青年企業家，能夠攜手合作，優勢互補，建立全方位的交流合作平台，並藉着大中華經濟區發展的動力，為自己開闊更廣闊、更光明的前途。今屆交流會邀請了海峽兩岸和港澳地區逾400位青年企業家齊聚香港，共商合作發展，並以此為契機建立交流合作平台，促進兩岸四地優勢互補，加強區域合作，推動大灣區經濟發展。粵港澳台四地青年企業家代表於當天下午展開企業論壇及圓桌對話，就熱門議題數字智能及現代金融展開熱烈討論及交流，分享其工作經驗，以及對行業的獨到看法。大會亦安排了四地青年企業家於峰會翌日參觀香港金融、創科及文化藝術家地標，包括金管局資訊中心、香港交易所、數碼港、香港科學園、戲曲中心、西九藝術公園以及故宮博物館，讓參會青年企業家從多方面認識香港，進一步增進交流合作。本屆交流會由香港廣東外商公會、香港廣東各級政協委員聯誼會、孫中山基金會、廣東省青年聯合會、澳門青年企業家協會、澳門青年聯合會、海峽兩岸經貿文化交流協會、台灣青年菁英協會共同主辦。「天下為公‧中華情」——粵港澳台青年企業家交流會於2016 年首次舉辦，已先後在台灣、香港、澳門和廣州成功舉辦六屆，共計40多個青年社團2,600多名優秀青年企業家參加，為推動四地青年企業家交流合作，宣傳「兩岸一家親」理念和「一國兩制」成功經驗，促進兩岸關係和平發展和港澳地區繁榮穩定發揮了重要作用。「天下為公‧中華情」2024 港粵澳台青年企業家峰會開幕式在香港舉行。一眾主禮嘉賓與各主辦單位代表大合照。兩岸四地主禮嘉賓出席「天下為公‧中華情」2024港粵澳台青年企業家峰會。全國政協副主席梁振英先生致辭。香港特別行政區行政長官李家超先生致辭。廣東省政協黨組書記、主席林克慶先生致辭。全國政協委員、港澳台橋委員會副主任王榮先生致辭。中國國民黨副主席連勝文先生致辭。孫中山基金會理事長湯炳權先生致辭。香港廣東外商公會主席、香港廣東各級政協委員聯誼會創會首席會長戴德豐先生致辭。澳門青年企業家協會會長李居仁先生致辭。台灣海峽兩岸經貿文化交流協會秘書長鄧岱賢先生致辭。– 完 –關於「天下為公‧中華情」──港粵澳台青年企業家峰會為貫徹落實習近平總書記對港澳台工作的重要思想，弘揚孫中山先生「振興中華」、「天下為公」的偉大精神，加強海峽兩岸和港澳地區青年企業家的交流合作，促進兩岸關係和平發展和港澳地區繁榮穩定，助力強國建設和民族復興，由孫中山基金會、廣東省青年聯合會、香港友好協進會、香港廣東各級政協委員聯誼會、台灣海峽兩岸經貿文化交流協會、台灣青年菁英協會等社團聯合舉辦的「『天下為公』· 中華情」──港粵澳台青年企業家峰會，自2016年在台灣舉辦第一屆開始，至今已先後在香港、澳門、廣東成功舉辦了六屆。海峽兩岸和港澳地區共有40多個青年社團、2,600多名青年企業家參加交流，成功地為海峽兩岸及港澳地區青年企業家搭建了一個交流合作的平台。今年，國務院台灣事務辦公室再次將此交流會活動列為全國對台交流重點項目。 Copyright 2024 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

BERKELEY, CALIFORNIA, Sept 10, 2024 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Sensori.Ai, the only company blending neuroscience with generative AI (GenAI) to transform product innovation, consumer engagement and experiences, today announced the launch of the latest book from CEO and founder Dr. A.K. Pradeep and experts at Sensori AI. "Neuro AI: How to Win the Minds of Consumers Using Neuroscience-Powered Gen AI" ("Neuro AI") is prescriptive for practitioners of innovation, messaging and marketing and explores how to gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace by transforming GenAI from ‘generic AI' to truly ‘generative AI.' Through the use of real world case studies and use cases, "NeuroAI" reveals practical applications for appealing to the nonconscious mind, where 95% of decisions are made. Published by Wiley and co-authored by Dr. Anirudh Acharya, Dr. Rajat Chakravarty and Ratnakar Dev, the book is now available via Amazon and all major booksellers.Since its founding in late 2022, Sensori.Ai has developed a number of solutions designed to embed neuroscience principles and breakthrough algorithms into GenAI to create unique consumer understanding, product innovation and sensory design platforms. The company pioneers the use of unique nonconscious data (data consumed by the decision making nonconscious mind of the consumer) to create its breakthroughs. For example, Sensori.Ai created the first neuroAI-based algorithm to aid in the creation of fragrance, flavor and music. To date, the company has helped develop over 20 new products, over 100 campaigns and packaging designs and repositioning for most of the recognized global brands in the CPG, FMCG, and retail spaces. "Neuro AI" provides a primer on the neuroscientific principles and research backing these solutions with a transparent look at how these algorithms are created and the rules they follow."Make no mistake: GenAI is revolutionizing every part of our lives today. Apple Intelligence is just the beginning of this revolution. ‘Neuro AI' shows how memory structures and translational neuroscience puts humanity back at the center of GenAI-based design," said Dr. Pradeep. "For instance, every product maker wants their consumer to desire their product. Algorithmically embedding the neuroscience of desire in GenAI creates exciting product designs and market messaging that speak deeply to the nonconscious mind of the consumer, which is the powerful, driving force behind purchasing decisions."95% of desires and decisions are rooted in the unconscious mind. By leveraging its architecture and selectively utilizing the data streams that feed it, GenAI algorithms can be trained to operate in vastly more efficient and creatively effective ways. This return to an anthropocentric GenAI rooted in neuroscience-hence the term neuroAI-is both the thesis of the book and the focus for Sensori.Ai. GenAI trained on key neuroscientific principles and using proprietary algorithms can quickly develop and refine product concepts, packaging, pricing, messaging and other key features to appeal to consumers in a deep, personal and brand-guided manner.Sensori.Ai's solutions focus on using neuroAI for four specific business needs: consumer understanding (including neurographic profiles, archetypes, price sensitivity, personality and proclivities); product and brand innovation (including product features, product patent and IP protection, product pricing, product promotion and product volumetrics prediction); sensorial innovation (including fragrance design, flavor design, music design and packaging visual design); and desire creation (including advertising, messaging, desire scoring, desire-based message redesign and desire-based PDP redesign). "NeuroAI" details all of the science and methods in these four areas, which are also contained in the Sensori.Ai platform and solution suite."AI is everywhere now, but there's precious little practical information about it that's available to people," said Priya Nair, Business Group President, Beauty & Wellbeing at Unilever. "NeuroAI" changes that. The big add is that the book also covers consumer neuroscience. It's a book that everyone who wants and needs to get a good grasp of this stunning technology, and how the mind works, should have.""Neuro AI" builds on Dr. Pradeep's decades-long experience in the field of consumer neuroscience, detailed in the titles "AI for Marketing and Product Innovation" (2019) and "The Buying Brain" (2010). Dr. Pradeep, a twice successful Silicon Valley entrepreneur, holds over 90 patents and previously founded NeuroFocus (acquired by Nielsen) to provide neurological testing for consumer research. He also founded BoardVantage (acquired by Nasdaq), to provide SaaS board governance software for boards of directors and executives.To learn more about Sensori.Ai and "Neuro AI: How to Win the Minds of Consumers Using Neuroscience-Powered Gen AI," please visit sensori.ai. The book can be purchased through Amazon in the following regions:NetherlandsSaudi ArabiaSouth AfricaEgyptFranceBrazilSpainIndiaItalyMexicoUKSingaporeSwedenTurkeyAbout Sensori.AiSensori.Ai is the only company in the world blending generative AI with mined data from the human nonconscious to develop new ways for brands to reach consumers and appeal to their deepest desires. Founded in 2022 by serial entrepreneur and consumer neuroscience expert Dr. A.K. Pradeep, the company works with most of the recognized global brands in the CPG, FMCG, and retail spaces. 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